Kimpton brings effortless luxury to Portugal’s sun-kissed South Coast with the opening of Kimpton Atlântico Algarve

Algarve, Portugal – 27 May 2025 – Kimpton, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts’ luxury and lifestyle portfolio, opens Kimpton Atlântico Algarve, the brand’s first resort in Portugal and a chic new gem in its ever-growing global collection. The property is managed by Highgate, a leading global real estate investment and hospitality management company with a strong presence in Portugal, leveraging deep market insight and extensive experience across key European markets.

Perched on the golden sands of São Rafael Beach, Kimpton Atlântico Algarve blends the brand’s bold, design-led identity with the relaxed spirit of southern Portugal. The resort delivers a refined take on local luxury through elevated dining, wellness and curated experiences. Just a stone's throw away, the vibrant town of Albufeira, known for its golden beaches, lively nightlife and charming Old Town, also awaits guests.

The luxury lifestyle resort features 149 thoughtfully designed rooms and suites, inspired by the Mediterranean landscape and the tranquil pace of coastal life. Renowned Portuguese designer Nini Andrade Silva brings her signature aesthetic to the resort under the project management of LUCID Development Group. Natural textures and warm, earthy tones set the mood - while smooth stone surfaces, airy linens, handcrafted ceramics and timber accents come together to create interiors that evoke grounded elegance.

Catarina Simões, General Manager, Kimpton Atlântico Algarve, commented: "At Kimpton, we invite guests to enjoy something truly unexpected - a stay that invigorates the soul and leaves them feeling energised. From bold design, vibrant flavours and immersive moments, we offer a new kind of luxury that’s both sophisticated and playful. Every detail at Kimpton Atlântico Algarve is thoughtfully curated to celebrate our guests, from locally inspired dining to warm, intuitive service and more. We are looking forward to bringing a fresh expression of luxury to Portugal’s south coast – one that celebrates both place and people.”

Offering experiences that spark, surprise and uplift has always been at the heart of the Kimpton brand - especially when it comes to exceptional dining. Kimpton Atlântico Algarve turns gastronomy into a sophisticated art form with a selection of restaurants and bars onsite:

• Terra - Bar, Café, Market - This multifaceted dining venue celebrates locally sourced ingredients in a friendly atmosphere. Guests can start their day with pastries boasting native flavours such as toasted almonds, fragrant oranges and Madeiran honey.
• Sombra - In this garden oasis, guests will enjoy fresh local seafood from a renowned à la carte menu curated by talented chefs.
• Marés - This relaxed daytime beachfront restaurant offers market-fresh produce such as Mediterranean wood roasted beets and delicious meats such as Piri Piri chicken.
• Zénite - The resort’s sun-drenched rooftop bar provides a soulful setting for classic cocktails and local wines - breathtaking Atlantic Ocean views included.

Guests at Kimpton Atlântico Algarve can also enjoy treatments at its premier Wellness Hub. Extending over 1,800 sqm, the hub is a wellness sanctuary for rejuvenation with a heated indoor pool, a hydroactive spa circuit with a flotation tank, jacuzzi, sauna, Turkish baths and a cutting-edge gym. The Wellness Hub also features a selection of personalised massages and therapy sessions to promote holistic wellness, helping visitors unwind and regain balance.

Just like all Kimpton hotels, Kimpton Atlântico Algarve welcomes pets at no extra charge. Guests can also take full advantage of the hotel’s "Forgot It? We’ve Got It!" programme, offering a curated selection of essential items - from humidifiers to curling irons – on a complimentary basis throughout their stay. In keeping with Kimpton’s community-driven ethos, the hotel also hosts the brand’s signature Kimpton evening Social Hour, where guests are invited to gather to enjoy complimentary drinks and connect with fellow travellers.

Kimpton was founded in 1981 by entrepreneur and avid traveller Bill Kimpton, who set out to redefine traditional hospitality. Inspired by his journeys through Europe, he envisioned something different for the United States – not just a space to stay, but a place that invites, inspires and connects to a destination.

Kimpton Atlântico Algarve joins a growing IHG portfolio of luxury lifestyle hotels in Europe, including Kimpton Fitzroy London, Kimpton Los Monteros Marbella and Kimpton Main Frankfurt, with more exciting destinations in the pipeline.

To book a stay or for more information, visit the hotel’s website here or follow on Instagram. IHG One Rewards members can also book directly using the IHG One Rewards mobile app.

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